Surgery Admission Instructions

Stop at Patient Registration in the Surgical Unit

The Patient Registration Clerk will direct you to the Pre-Admission Testing. If your doctor has ordered an EKG, x-ray, or lab work, this will be done at your pre-evaluation. Be sure to bring any medications that you are taking and leave these medications in their original bottle. A nurse will ask you about your medical history.

Before your surgery

Stop taking all herbal supplements 10 days prior to surgery.

Please do not eat or drink anything after midnight prior to your surgery. You will be advised of any exceptions.

The day of your surgery

Take any medications your doctor or nurse has instructed you to take with a sip of water on the morning of your surgery. You will be advised of any exceptions.

Please do not chew gum or candy, as this creates stomach acid.

Leave all jewelry, piercings, and contact lenses at home. You may wear glasses, dentures, and hearing aids.

Children should bring their favorite toy to the hospital.

Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Take a bath or shower before coming to the hospital. Remove all excessive facial makeup. Depending on your surgery type, you may be asked to use a special skin cleanser that the hospital will provide.